One Sweet Baby Girl - Tucson Newborn Photographer

It's been a while since I've been able to photograph a newborn baby girl, so when I received a call to photograph this little cutie I was so excited to break out my bows and frilly props. She was the second child for this couple, and daddy was so excited to finally have his little girl! This sweetie was so calm and content throughout the session and it was so fun to work with her and her family.

Pricing Update

So here it is. I've been holding off doing this for quite a while. But I've finally decided to take the plunge and update my pricing. Why, you might ask? When I began my business one year ago I wasn't exactly sure what I was doing. Sure, I loved taking pictures and had a fairly decent handle on my camera. But the business aspect of photography was kind of foreign.

Armed with significantly upgraded equipment and a year's worth of business savvy :),  I've realized that my rates weren't at a level to cover the expenses of owning a business while still allowing me to help out financially for my family. So now I'm working towards getting the business ends of things in order and that means a modest rate increase for my family ($175) and newborn sessions ($225) starting July 1st, 2012. Senior rates will remain the same. For those that have already booked sessions, your prices are locked in at the current rate. And for those looking to book a session at the current rate, you'll have until July 1st to do so.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for all the support during my first year of business.


Yvette

My Nephew is AComing! - Tucson Maternity Photographer

In three short weeks my nephew will arrive.  My baby brother and my wonderful sister in law will be having their second son and to say that I'm excited is a complete understatement. I wanted so desperately to capture the love they have for each and for this baby with my camera...and I hope that I was able to achieve that. I look up to and admire them so much, and they make me so proud (and yes, my eyes are filling up with tears as I write this!). Here are a few of their pictures (plus a few extra because they're kind of special) from our session last week.

Waiting for Baby- Tucson Maternity Photographer

I just love maternity photo shoots. There's so much anticipation as the couple waits for their little one, and I just love talking (and reminiscing) about the whole pregnancy experience. This sweet couple braved the hottest day of the year for these pics, and I'm so glad we made it through because the pics came out wonderfully. Can't wait to meet your little one soon!

Working for Free Pics with BG Photography

Late last year I decided to start a referral program. It's super simple and it works like this:

- Refer one person who books with BG Photography and you'll earn a free print package (worth $50!). This can be from a shoot you've already had or an upcoming shoot.

- Refer two people who book with BG Photography and you'll earn the free print package and an additional $50 off your next session (a $125 savings!).

- Refer three people who book with BG Photography and your session and cd of your images are completely free. Yep, I said FREE. 

 I've been using the program to help me build my business and meet new clients, and I know that I won't be able to keep this referral program forever. So feel free to take advantage of it while it's here. Working for free pics, gotta love it!

* Senior pics have a separate referral program

Meet One of My Favorite Families- Tucson Family Photographer

It was so wonderful to get to take pictures for our dear friends last week. This sweet family has been a part of our lives since my husband and I were in college...and it's crazy to think that we first met them eleven years ago. Our lives had changed a lot since then (marriages, kids, way too many moves to count), but I'm thankful that our friendship hasn't changed. Here's some of our pics from that day. Hope you enjoy.

 

Tucson's Cutest Kid Winner!

I have to admit that this was way too hard. There were over 450 Tucson's Cutest Kid Contest entries and let's be honest...you guys have some adorable kids! It was so difficult narrowing it down, but we eventually were able to decide on the winners (I know I only said there would be one winner, but come on, there were over 450 adorable kids in this contest..how could we choose just one?!!). Entrants were judged on their overall "cuteness" and the ten entrants with the most votes were automatically entered into the final round of judging. Each judge was asked to rank their top ten of contestants in the final round. We tallied up the votes and it was really close...but we found ourselves a winner!

So before I announce the Tucson's Cutest Kid Contest winner, I have to say how much I appreciate those who entered the contest and helped spread the word about BG Photography. At one point during the contest there were 11,000 people talking about it on facebook and in one week it reached over 110,000 people (I'm not exaggerating...this is true!)!  That's something I could never do on my own, so to say thanks for all the help I'd love to offer each family that entered the contest a free mini-print package when  they book their next session with BG Photography (offer expires October 1st, 2012). I hope to meet many of you soon!

So I know you've all been waiting to see the winners. Thanks again and I can't wait to see some of your adorable kiddos in person! Click here to see Tucson's Cutest Kid Contest winners.

Baby {N} turns 6 months! - Tucson Child Photographer

I was so excited to take pics of this boy! I first met him when he was still in his momma's belly and I also did pics for him when he was just a wee little one. So now that he's half way through his first year it's time to update his pictures! He is a really adorable little boy and I love the way these pics turned out. If you're interested in booking a stylized shoot, such as this one, send an email to yvette@bgphotography.biz. Thanks and hope you enjoy!

Tucson's Cutest Kid Contest and What You Need to Know

It's cute kid time! The Tucson's Cutest Kid Contest is right around the corner and I'm so excited to start seeing your adorable kids! Up for grabs is an entirely free session, including a cd of 10 images and a print package. And all you have to do to enter is submit a pic of your sweet kiddo and help spread the word about BG Photography! The contest starts April 2nd and will run for two weeks. Until then, happy picture taking!

Here are the official rules:

To enter-
* One entry per child, no more than two entries per family
* You must be the parent or legal guardian of the child you enter into the contest
* Child must be 12 years old or younger on the date of entry
* You must have permission/rights to use the photo you enter
* Photo must have been taken in the last 6 months
* Photos will be accepted from April 2nd, 2012 until 11:59pm Friday April 13, 2012 (MST) via e-mail
* Only photos e-mailed to yvette@bgphotography.biz with the subject line “Tucson's Cutest Kid Contest” during the previously mentioned time will be accepted
* Include your child's name and age in the e-mail (first name and age will be posted for viewing), as well as your name and contact information
* Tag yourself with the Tucson's Cutest Kid Picture (found on BG Photography's facebook page)
* Ask your friends and family to vote for your cute kid
* Winning photo(s) must have at least five "likes" by the close of the deadline to redeem prizes
* Contest open to everyone, however photo sessions only to occur in Tucson, AZ at a location chosen by BG Photography

How Photos Will Be Judged-
* All entries will be uploaded into an album by BG Photography on my facebook fan page
* Once your picture is uploaded in the album, you'll receive an email letting you know that your picture is ready for voting ("liking" by your friends and family)
* You must tag BG Photography on your page with the words, "Vote for {your child's name} to win a free photo shoot in the Tucson's Cutest Kid Contest sponsored by BG Photography" (note: you must tag BG Photography by using the @ symbol)
* The pics will be judged by a panel of three of my friends and family
* The number of "likes" of each pic WILL be taken into account (acting as an additional judge)
* Voting will close Friday April 13th, 11:59pm
* Official winner will be notified and announced on this blog Monday, April 16th, 2012

What You'll Win-
* The parent or legal guardian of the child in the winning photo will receive a free photo session with BG Photography, as well as (1) 8x10, (2) 5x7's, and (8) wallets, as well as a high-resolution cd of 10 digital images of your choice
* Photo sessions to take place between May 20th, 2012 and July 31st, 2012
* First place prize retail value of $125 - can not be altered or changed in any way, and not redeemable for cash
* Additional prints and digital prints will be available for purchase at retail prices
* No other promotions or discounts can be applied

*NOTE: this giveaway is in no way endorsed, sponsored, or associated with Facebook in any way. By entering you understand all information is being provided by BG Photography, and not Facebook. Any negative or derogatory remarks towards other contestants will be removed from my page and may cause your entry to be removed.

Please email or post any questions you have, and I will be happy to answer them. Hooray for cute kids!